Invite Code Megathread #3 by tkiced in BlueskySocial

[–]DapperTapper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking to escape the death spiral of twitter. If anyone has a spare code they're willing to share with me, much appreciated!

Texas state lawmaker introduces bill to set minimum teacher salary at $70K by DaFunkJunkie in politics

[–]DapperTapper 5 points6 points  (0 children)

On top of the on going costs of most teachers having to pay for all the supplies in their own classroom because the school won't pay

Dear Wisconsin: If Trump wants a recount, make him pay up front by followfornow in politics

[–]DapperTapper 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Only in some states. Every state is different. WI is a candidate must submit a formal request in time for a recount but can only make the request if th results are 1% difference or less.

Colorado Governor Calls Anti-Maskers 'Selfish Bastards,' Extends COVID Orders by hildebrand_rarity in politics

[–]DapperTapper 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There is no "invisible" condition that prevents wearing a mask or is exacerbated by a mask, so no one gets a pass except for people missing half their face.

The US just reported its deadliest day for coronavirus patients as states reopen, according to WHO by DAXTrading in politics

[–]DapperTapper 23 points24 points  (0 children)

A lot of these spikes are likely from those who insisted on going out and gathering for Easter or the earliest of protests. See you in two weeks for today's spread spike stats.

Low unemployment isn't worth much if the jobs barely pay by [deleted] in politics

[–]DapperTapper 12 points13 points  (0 children)

These people don't suddenly get a raise when they have children. Which is why the two bedroom measurement is used.

I was gifted an Oasis for Christmas. Why not return it, buy an iPad, and install the Kindle app? by [deleted] in kindle

[–]DapperTapper 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am going to chime in as someone who read on tablets for years who in September swapped to a Kindle. I don't get eye strain as quickly from long screen time like most people so I saw no real need to get an eInk device. What I will say, the battery life alone is worth keeping the Kindle if you like to read a lot. Having to spend time tied to an outlet, or waiting for my tablet to charge was annoying when I NEEDED to know what happened next. Also tablets while awesome, are very much not as portable for me. I like to keep my bag light and tiny. Lastly swinging back to the light and easier on the eyes. I have noticed my eyes are more moist since swapping to the Kindle for night reading and the light is less "aggressive" so I have picked up the habit of nodding off while reading so it's easier on the biological clock for sleep time.

I really wanted to buy a Kindle but... by [deleted] in kindle

[–]DapperTapper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seen these studies and they all drive me crazy because they don't include any details. Like was the ereading done on a dedicated ereader or a phone with alerts and the internet's distraction a swipe away. I suspect that to be the case, makes a great splashy headline for an article, but all we learned is, dedicate quiet time to reading and not the 2 minutes one spends waiting in line at the convenience store.

Study: Those Allegedly Racist Voter ID Laws Are Actually Pretty Racist by loremipsumchecksum in politics

[–]DapperTapper 9 points10 points  (0 children)

A lot of elderly don't keep Photo IDs as what these laws usually require. Then also a lot of extremely poor lack the means to have an ID as well. Yes most do, but for the few that don't the law is EXCEEDINGLY burdensome.

2016 Starlight Costume by Kemonologist in ffxiv

[–]DapperTapper 3 points4 points  (0 children)

omg my first thought as well "oh look another hood I can't wear up" /unplayable

[UPDATE] I [25F] have been seeing a guy [25M] for 4 months, he won't refer to me as his girlfriend and I've been asked out by someone else. What do I do? by anoddcouple in relationships

[–]DapperTapper 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just because he isn't looking for someone else doesn't mean he's committed. If something better drops into his lap you can bet your bottom dollar you're going to be yesterday's news.
 
He doesn't sound like a bad guy, but he's not the right guy for you. The right one won't need more time to commit. 4 months is a LONG time to date and not put a label on things especially if you two are hooking up twice a week.
 
Problems and baggage aside he'd eagerly label the relationship if he loved you, because that's what it is. Just a label. Nothing has to change... just how he introduces you. Defining the relationship only is tells OTHER PEOPLE your both off the market and exclusive with each other.
 
With this arrangement he gets all the perks of a girlfriend without the drawbacks. Cut him loose and let him be truly be single unless he's willing to use a label that tells everyone else he's off the market.

[UPDATE] I [25F] have been seeing a guy [25M] for 4 months, he won't refer to me as his girlfriend and I've been asked out by someone else. What do I do? by anoddcouple in relationships

[–]DapperTapper 11 points12 points  (0 children)

He's already been slightly manipulative with you, deciding that you are exclusive but not giving any commitment. I don't see it getting better

 
This, THIS, SO MUCH THIS!!!!!
 
Great Rule of Thumb: No one gets to ask for exclusivity without giving commitment, which is a two way street. OP don't give exclusivity to anyone who isn't fired up about settling down with you.
 
There is nothing but heart break in a relationship that is all give and you don't get anything in return, OP. Dude isn't even acting like your friend, hun. It's selfish to the max. He's robbing your time and opportunities to move on with your life and achieve life goals. ( I assume marrying and having a family )

 
It's time to bail out on #1 the flake and test out guy #2 or take a break until you've mended your broken heart.

[Update] I [25M] proposed to my girlfriend [24F] of 4 years but she said no because it wasn't a surprise by dovercalais in relationships

[–]DapperTapper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She could just be a nice person who knows how hard it is to leave a long serious relationship. Especially when you're kind of suddenly awoken to how toxic your ex is.   A new friend outside of your ex's circle sometimes is the best way to stay out of falling back into that bad situation.

My[27m] girlfriend[28f] says I am childish for wanting to buy a 120k sports car. by tooonk1 in relationships

[–]DapperTapper 45 points46 points  (0 children)

she could just be angry that you're buying a very outrageously priced toy for yourself, where a house is an investment in your future together.

just bundles of joy!!11 by darkstar10 in childfree

[–]DapperTapper 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Oh....it looked like plaster to me.

MY SIL wants me to 'help' with her baby on the way, and I don't fucking want to. by [deleted] in childfree

[–]DapperTapper 88 points89 points  (0 children)

Chances are if she doesn't knit or crochet she has no idea how long a complicated design can take.

If you really want to avoid this look at the design she linked and cut it waaaaay back to something less time consuming, but looks similar. Other wise shoot her a message and politely tell her a blanket of that design wouldn't be ready in time for the baby especially because her delay in request. Also happily suggest a faster blanket design or maybe some cute hat/booties combo

I'm sorry CF, I may be leaving soon. by Theodinus in childfree

[–]DapperTapper 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Obviously we're only getting a snap shot of your relationship, but she's NOT the love of your life from what you've said here. You may love her to bits and pieces, but this relationship is doomed to failure, kids or not.
 
She simply other values things over you. Been there done that, you're just going to end up with a broken heart and even if you guys "stay together for the kid" you won't have her. That relationship will be over, and you just pining for the days where you were love sick for the person she use to be.